Malta Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
92
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
92
Visa required in advance
106

Malta's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Malta tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Malta Visa-Free (92)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Malta without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Malta Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - adult

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourceidentita.gov.mt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa - child 6-12

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourceidentita.gov.mt ↗

    EUR 45 (~$51)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Business/Conference)

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourceidentita.gov.mt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Airport transit visa (Type A)

    airport transit onlyofficial sourceidentita.gov.mt ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Malta Transit Visa

Malta publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (ATV)

Required for nationals of certain third countries to transit through the international zone of a Schengen airport without entering Schengen territory.

~$100

Airport Transit Visa (ATV) is a Schengen category for transit through the international transit area only (does not permit entry into Schengen territory). Required for nationals listed in Annex IV of EU Regulation 2018/1806 and national lists. Standard fee same as Schengen short-stay visa (€90 / ~USD 100 for adults, increased from €80 effective 11 June 2024). Not applicable to Schengen-area connecting flights without exit from international zone. Applications via VFS or Maltese diplomatic mission.

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FAQ

Malta Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Malta?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Malta visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Malta tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Malta without a visa?

92 countries can visit Malta without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Malta.

How do I apply for a Malta tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Malta, you typically need to apply at a Malta embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Malta without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Malta varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Malta Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Malta visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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